Job Purpose:
To ensure the continuous and safe operation of all electrical, electronic, and automation systems onboard the offshore vessel. The Offshore ETO is responsible for maintaining critical systems that support vessel operations, safety, navigation, and accommodation in remote and high-risk environments.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of all onboard electrical systems, including power generation, distribution, lighting, and control panels.
- Maintain and monitor electronic systems such as radar, GPS, GMDSS, AIS, and other navigation/communication equipment.
- Support dynamic positioning (DP) systems and ensure integration between propulsion control, thruster control, and bridge navigation systems.
- Maintain and troubleshoot automation systems, including PLCs, engine control modules, and alarm monitoring systems.
- Ensure all safety and emergency systems (fire/gas alarms, bilge alarms, emergency lighting, UPS, emergency generators) are fully operational and compliant.
- Perform preventive and corrective maintenance of HVAC, refrigeration, galley equipment, and accommodation-related electrical systems.
- Collaborate with the engine room team for electrical aspects of propulsion, generators, and auxiliary equipment.
- Ensure compliance with Class, Flag State, and IMO/SOLAS electrical standards.
- Maintain detailed logs, maintenance reports, and electrical inventory.
- Participate in safety drills, toolbox talks, and contribute to vessel safety culture.
Skills & Competencies:
- Strong technical knowledge of offshore marine electrical and automation systems
- Experience with high/low voltage systems and electrical troubleshooting in offshore environments
- Familiarity with DP systems, propulsion automation, and integrated bridge systems
- Proficiency in using and interpreting electrical schematics and technical manuals
- Ability to work in high-pressure offshore conditions with minimal supervision
- Strong team collaboration and communication skills
- Strict adherence to safety, quality, and operational procedures
Qualifications & Certifications:
- Valid STCW III/6 Electro-Technical Officer Certificate of Competency (CoC)
- Diploma or Degree in Electrical, Electronics, or Marine Engineering
- DP Awareness or Maintenance Certificate (preferred, depending on vessel class)
- Valid GMDSS General Operator Certificate (preferred)
- Minimum 2–3 years of offshore sea experience in ETO role
- Valid offshore medical (OGUK/MLC) and STCW Basic Safety Training
- BOSIET or FOET with CA-EBS (as per offshore requirement)
